Kennihan Plumbing & Heating, Inc. Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Butler County’

Is It Time for a New Heater?

Monday, February 22nd, 2021

There’s trouble in paradise with your home’s heater. Things really haven’t been going the way you want them to. You’re not as warm as you want to be, you’re paying way more than you’d like to, and you’re having difficultly getting your home warm and staying warm. We’re here to help you find a great heater if it’s time for a new one. You don’t have to struggle to find a heater you need.

If you’re ready for heating replacement in Butler County, PA, then we can help you with everything you need. We’re happy to help you with whatever you need.

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How Is Your Water Heater Treating You?

Monday, June 1st, 2020
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Normally, we tend to focus on the efficacy of our water heater when winter rolls around. That’s because you typically need a little more from your water heater at a time like this. After all, there’s nothing like hopping into a steaming hot shower after a long, bone-chilling day out in the Pennsylvania cold.

In contrast, the summers here in Pennsylvania are hot and balmy. That doesn’t mean that you won’t still be taking warm showers in your air-conditioned home, using warm water to wash your dishes, or sending your clothes through on a hot water cycle. If you want great water heater service in Butler County, PA, you’re going to need to schedule an appointment with our professionals. We’re going to get it right for you.

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A Story Worth Sharing

Monday, March 2nd, 2020
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On a cold February day, Zach was headed to his last call of the day. This one was just an estimate for a mini-split unit the homeowners were interested in adding. Zach, who has been working for Kennihan Plumbing and Heating for 9 years, had moved up the ranks as a very capable HVAC technician and helped whenever needed to give estimates to our customers.

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The Dangers of a Broken Heat Exchanger

Monday, December 2nd, 2019

If you’re a homeowner in any part of Butler County, we’d probably guess that you use a furnace to heat your home. Furnaces are reliable, cost-effective, and provide great comfort to a house. We strongly recommend one of these systems for most homes in the area. Furnaces aren’t inherently dangerous systems, but they can definitely become dangerous if things start to head south with certain parts of the unit.

We want to take a moment to cover a specific part in your home’s furnace today: the heat exchanger. Your home’s heat exchanger is a vital part of your home heating system, but few homeowners understand the importance of it. We’re going to simplify this system for you today. If you ever need furnace repair in Butler County, PA, make sure you contact our professionals.

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In the Middle of an AC Breakdown? Here’s What to Do

Monday, August 26th, 2019
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So things have been a little funky with your air conditioner for quite some time and you couldn’t pinpoint the particular issue that you’re having. And now you’ve got a breakdown on your hands. It happens to the best of us! There is definitely a sweet spot when it comes to repairing your air conditioner, and if you wait too long you can land yourself in a heap of trouble.

If you want great air conditioning in Butler County, PA for an air conditioning breakdown, make sure that you contact the professionals on our team. We have 24/7 emergency service available to all our customers so we can help you get cool again in no time. Make sure you choose our responsible team.

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Hard Water: How it Affects Your Home and How to Get Rid of It

Monday, June 3rd, 2019

Is your water giving you a hard time? Hard water is one of those issues that can cause a myriad of problems in your home. Solving your hard water issues can improve the quality of your home, personal comfort, and plumbing quality. If you’re ready to alleviate your home of hard water issues, make sure that you contact a plumber in Butler County, PA from our team. We’re a responsible group of technicians that can get the job done right the first time.

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It’s Time for a New Air Conditioner If…

Monday, May 20th, 2019
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Deciding that it’s time for a new air conditioner in your home isn’t always an easy move. If you’re unsure when you should make the leap to buy a new air conditioner you can contact the professionals from our team. We understand that it’s not always easy or even appealing to spend the money on a brand-new air conditioner or the installation services to go with this system.

It’s a time consuming and expensive process—not to mention how overwhelming it can be trying to get informed on the latest and greatest in everything HVAC. If you’re looking for a great new air conditioner here in Butler County, PA make sure you come to our team. We’ll go above and beyond for you—We Treat Your Home Like It’s Our Grandma’s Home!

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The Top 3 Reasons to Switch to a Smart Thermostat

Monday, May 6th, 2019
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Spring in Butler County means that the cold temperatures of winter are finally starting to warm up. The warm weather and sunlight lingering later and later into the evening is a great backdrop for you to take inventory of your life—get rid of the things that no longer serve your home and make room for new ones.

You’ve probably already started a bit of spring cleaning, but we want to bring your attention to a part of the home that’s often neglected—the thermostat. A thermostat upgrade is a great way to boost the overall quality of your home. If you need a little help deciding how to go about it, make sure you contact our team to learn more about smart thermostats in Butler County, PA.

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Late Season Heating Problems: Cracked Heat Exchangers

Monday, April 22nd, 2019

It’s finally spring here in Butler County but the temperatures are still a little chilly. You’re probably still relying on your heater to thaw you out on these cold winter mornings. We’ve had a long period of cold weather this year and record-breaking low temperatures too—your heater has been through quite a lot.

There are some common problems that arise when your heater is put to the test like this. If you notice any weird things going on with your heating system then it’s a great idea to call up a professional from our team. Schedule an appointment for heating repair in Butler County, PA. We see a lot of cracked heat exchangers during this time of year. This is an incredibly dangerous problem in any home, so we’ll run through the basics of what a heat exchanger is, what it means when it cracks, and how to fix it below.

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Invest in Your Home with Air Quality Testing

Monday, April 8th, 2019
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If someone asked you the ways that you invest in your home, your mind probably leaps to upgrades in your major home appliances, landscaping, or maybe even small remodeling efforts. These are all great ways to boost the overall quality of your home. Today we want to dive a little deeper into your home health and encourage you to boost your home through air quality testing.

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